Devil Drawing: Step-by-Step Tutorial & Easy Ideas
Devil drawings are one of the most-loved sketching subjects, and for good reason — the basic version comes together from a light proportion framework in just a few minutes. Follow the nine steps below to get the foundations right, then browse the ideas list for your next devil sketch.
- Difficulty Hard
- Time ~25 min
- Tools Pencil, eraser, paper
- Starts with a light proportion framework
How to Draw a Devil Step by Step
Step 1 of 9
Head and shoulders guides
Draw a light circle for the head in the upper middle of the page, then a wide rounded trapezoid below it for the shoulders.
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Head and shoulders guides
Draw a light circle for the head in the upper middle of the page, then a wide rounded trapezoid below it for the shoulders.
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Head outline
Trace the head outline on the circle, narrowing the jaw to a small pointed chin.
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Horns and ears
Add two curved horns rising from the top of the head, then a pointed ear on each side.
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Eyebrows and eyes
Draw two sharply angled eyebrows above where the eyes will go, then two narrow slanted eyes beneath them.
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Nose and mouth
Draw a small pointed nose below the eyes, then a wide grinning mouth with two small pointed teeth.
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Goatee and shoulders
Add a small pointed goatee hanging from the chin, then trace the shoulder outline on the trapezoid guide.
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Collar and cape
Add three small triangle spikes along the shoulder edge, then two curved fold lines down the chest.
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Ink the lines
Go over every kept line with dark ink, then erase the light head circle and shoulder trapezoid guides.
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Color the devil
Fill the skin deep red, the horns and goatee dark charcoal, the eyes yellow, and the cloak black.
Devil Drawing Ideas to Try Next
Once the basic devil clicks, run it through these variations — each one practices a different skill while staying on a subject you already know.
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Hands holding something small
A mug, a phone, a flower — drawing hands WITH objects is easier than empty hands, and endlessly useful.
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Devil in profile silhouette
One side-view outline filled solid black — profile practice with a dramatic result.
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A gesture-pose minute study
Set a timer for 60 seconds and capture just the motion line and weight — repeat five times, keep the best.
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A back-view devil
No face required: hair, shoulders, and posture carry everything. The most confidence-building people drawing there is.
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A cozy bundled-up figure
Big coat, big scarf, small visible face — winter clothing hides anatomy while you practice everything else.
Tips for Better Devil Drawings
- Eyes sit at the vertical middle of the head — everyone places them too high at first. Measure it once on any photo and you’ll never unsee it.
- Draw the spaces between features, not just the features. The distance from nose to mouth matters more than the nose or the mouth.
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🎲 Random Drawing GeneratorDevil Drawing FAQ
What is the easiest way to draw a devil?
Start with a light proportion framework, keeping your lines light. Refine the outline, add the defining details, then erase the construction shapes. The nine-step method above breaks this down — most people get a recognizable devil on their very first try with it.
How long should it take to draw a devil?
A simple devil drawing takes about 25 minutes following this tutorial. A quick doodle version can be done in two or three minutes, while a detailed, fully-shaded study might take an hour. Speed comes with repetition — the second attempt is always faster than the first.
What do I need to draw a devil?
Just a pencil, an eraser, and any paper. An HB pencil for construction lines and a 2B for final outlines is a nice upgrade, and colored pencils or markers finish it off — but nothing on this page requires special supplies.
Why is drawing a devil so hard?
Devil drawings usually go wrong at the proportion stage, not the detail stage. The fix is to spend more time on the basic shapes (steps 1–2) and check them before adding anything else — and use the tip above, which addresses the single most common devil mistake.
